Homelessness

This report compiles existing research and data to present an overview of the current issues around ageing and homelessness in Australia. The report explores the precursors and drivers of homelessness for older people, and also provides solutions and recommendations to respond to the growing problem.

This Mission Australia sponsored edition of Parity magazine includes articles written by Mission Australia CEO Catherine Yeomans and Mission Australia Housing Executive Chris Bratchford. They explain why social and affordable housing is key to addressing homelessness and provide a roadmap to changing the trajectory of homelessness in Australia.

With the goals of reducing homelessness and strengthening communities driving our work, we have a strong contribution to make in the sphere of homelessness policy. This paper sets out the evidence base for reducing homelessness in Australia and forms the foundation for our policy and advocacy position.

Mission Australia has a plan to halve homelessness by 2025. Mission Australia knows what works to prevent and stop homelessness and is delivering results. This policy sets out the key approaches and priority areas for action that Mission Australia believes should be used to reduce homelessness and strengthen communities across Australia.